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Google Play safety

Step-by-step guide

Google Play restrictions allow you to set the maturity level of apps and set a PIN code for purchases.
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How to set parental controls on Google Play

You will need a Google account (email and password) as well as access to your child’s device.

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Go to the Google Play app on your device

Select the three lines icon to open up the settings.

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Scroll down and select 'Settings'

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Select 'Parental Controls'

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Switch the parental controls switch to 'on'

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Create a 4 digit PIN

This will be needed to change the settings in the future. It will ask you to enter this twice for confirmation.

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Add restrictions

You then have the option to add restrictions to all the different types of content depending on the age of the child.

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